Arm circle
Also called shoulder circles with straight arms
- Works
- Front of the shoulder · anterior deltoid
- Side of the shoulder · lateral deltoid
- Back of the shoulder · posterior deltoid
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Stand tall with your arms out to the sides at shoulder height.
Steps
- Make small circles with your hands.
- Let the circles grow bigger.
- Do the chosen number forward, then backward.
Breathing
Breathe out as you move. Breathe in as you come back.
Where you feel it
Warmth around your shoulders.
Common mistakes
- Shrugging the shoulders up.
- Arching the lower back.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.